Anglesea is a coastal town on Victoria's Great Ocean Road, between Torquay and Aireys Inlet. The town sits beside the Anglesea River and is surrounded by beaches, coastal cliffs, heathland and bush.
The coast and river make Anglesea a popular base for walking, surfing, swimming, paddling and fishing. Always check local signs, patrol information, weather and water conditions before taking part.
Behind the town, the Anglesea Heath is part of Great Otway National Park. The area is especially known for its rich native plant life, birdlife and spring wildflowers. Nearby Point Addis Marine National Park protects coastline, reefs and marine habitat.
Anglesea has shops, cafes and essential services, with more visitor facilities available in nearby Torquay and Geelong. Public transport services connect the coast with Geelong; check current timetables before travelling.
The former Alcoa mine and power station closed permanently in 2015. Rehabilitation, remediation and long-term planning for the site continue.